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Published on May 22, 2024
Six Injured in Pacific Palisades Rollover Accident on Sunset BoulevardSource: Google Street View

A rollover car accident on Sunset Boulevard in Pacific Palisades yesterday has left six people requiring medical attention. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) responded to the incident at approximately 5:49 PM near 17010 W Sunset Bl, as confirmed by the department's alert. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find a vehicle that had overturned, though fortunately, there were no individuals trapped within the wreckage.

The LAFD provided an update following the incident, which indicated that three of the vehicle's passengers were in need to immediately receive medical aid, two of whom were listed in serious condition, and one other with moderate injuries. The responding teams were quick to assess and swiftly provide the necessary ongoing care on the way to the hospital. Apparently, the overturned car managed to not only disrupt traffic but also to come to rest against a two-story apartment building.

The three other individuals involved in the accident were evaluated by the emergency crews and were reported to be in good-to-fair condition. Despite receiving an assessment on scene, these patients declined ambulance transport. The Los Angeles Police Department is also involved, with the incident being listed under LAPD Inc #3938.

This auto rollover accident has certainly stirred both emergency teams and local residents as emergency vehicles swarmed the area and the LAFD actioned their rescue and medical protocols "Firefighters provided medical assessment and ongoing care en route to the hospital to three patients," the LAFD statement noted. As of now, the cause of the accident remains under investigation. More information regarding the circumstances leading up to the crash may soon come to light as authorities continue to piece together this unsettling event.